How long do pest inspections take?

• <div><p>Depending on the size of your home and accessibility, expect professional pest inspections to take between <b>30 and 60 minutes</b>. If you have a large property or limited accessibility, pest inspections may take longer. </p></div>

How can I keep bats out of my house?

• <div><p>If you’ve had a prior bat infestation or simply want to avoid having bats invade your home in the first place, there are a few steps you can take without the need for a pro. </p><ul><li><p><b>Seal entry points</b>, such as where your chimney meets your house, or other gaps or holes exist.</p></li><li><p><b>Use bat deterrents</b> like bright lights or ultrasonic devices to force them away from your home. </p></li><li><p><b>Reduce bat attractions</b> like standing water and bird nectar feeders inviting bats into your yard. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Does a termite swarm mean I have termites?

• <div><p>Seeing a termite swarm near your home is a strong indication that a colony is nearby, but it doesn&rsquo;t always mean your home is infested. Swarmers may emerge from outdoor colonies or neighboring structures. However, if the swarm is inside your home or you notice discarded wings near windowsills, it likely means termites are nesting within your walls or foundation. A professional inspection is the best way to confirm and address a potential infestation ASAP. </p></div>

Q: Why are wasps so aggressive?

• <div><p>Wasps are aggressive to protect their nests. Although they are deemed aggressive, they only act that way when they feel their nests are threatened. They can also act aggressive when there is a lack of food available. Most wasps will leave you alone if you stay clear of their nests.</p></div>

Q: What are the most common types of wasps?

• <div><p>The most common wasps are hornets, yellowjackets, and paper wasps. Both hornets and yellowjackets are black and yellow, and hornets are known to be more aggressive if their nests are disturbed. Paper wasps are black or reddish-brown with yellow markings and often build nests on eaves or branches. Of the more than 300,000 species of wasps, these are the most often encountered by pest control professionals. </p></div>

Q: How can I keep bats out of my house?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve had a prior bat infestation or simply want to avoid having bats invade your home in the first place, there are a few steps you can take without the need for a pro. </p><ul><li><p><b>Seal entry points</b>, such as where your chimney meets your house, or other gaps or holes exist.</p></li><li><p><b>Use bat deterrents</b> like bright lights or ultrasonic devices to force them away from your home. </p></li><li><p><b>Reduce bat attractions</b> like standing water and bird nectar feeders inviting bats into your yard. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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the cleaning is great amd reliable. They will also organize and offer to help on most projects they have an uncanny abaility to organize to make an space look better then when they started not afraid to tackle tough jobs we moved into house that sat empty for a while and thrilled to have back...
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Reviewed in November 2024
Milledge Construction were prompt, professional and had the experience to deliver a top quality mitigation system to our home. Radon levels in our home were significantly reduced. I would recommend their mitigation system install to anyone.
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Reviewed in November 2022
Mike is quick, knowledgeable, friendly, and competitively priced. We had a carpenter ant problem, and it was cleared up after just a few treatments. Would recommend to anyone in the Cedar Falls or Waterloo, IA area!
HAWKEYE EXTERMINATING
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Reviewed in May 2022
We have used them for 2 years now for fall lawn cleanup. We are very happy with the service we received. They do excellent work, timely, with excellent communication. I would highly recommend their services
CustomPro Lawn Services
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Reviewed in October 2020
Surgeon was good, but nurses were judgmental and wouldn't give adequate medication to control my wife's pain. Also allowed her to have low blood pressure without treating it. Very dangerous and because of covid problem there is a lack of accountability. Very bad nursing care on the floor. Preop...
Sartori Memorial Hospital
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Reviewed in April 2017
Excellent! Would hire them for any pest issues.
Enviro-Pest Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in July 2012
I dismissed them. The technician, who came out, spent most of his time talking and the least amount of time doing anything and I had carpenter ants but he just did a general spraying. He sat and talked with my maid. They were expensive. I fired them because of the poor quality of service;...
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Reviewed in April 2012
I moved to my house 4 years ago and have neglected the lawn. Subsequently, I had completely lost control of it as it had creeping charlie, violets, dandelions, and thin spots all over. After checking Angie's List, I called Band Kand left a message asking for an estimate at my address. After...
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"I doubt that you can find any harder working people than Paul Dawson & his daughter of Ace Animal Control. We couldn't be any happier with them & their services. Long story short, the squirrels are gone & they can't get back in again. Thanks Ace ! Alan Schrank God Bless"

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Since 1932, Presto-X (formerly Anderson Pest Solutions) has been providing expert pest control services guided by the enduring principles of providing world class service to our customers and taking care of our colleagues. Presto-X covers your home or business with expert knowledge, professionally licensed and trained technicians, and exemplary service designed specifically for you.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Seeing a termite swarm near your home is a strong indication that a colony is nearby, but it doesn’t always mean your home is infested. Swarmers may emerge from outdoor colonies or neighboring structures. However, if the swarm is inside your home or you notice discarded wings near windowsills, it likely means termites are nesting within your walls or foundation. A professional inspection is the best way to confirm and address a potential infestation ASAP.

Depending on the size of your home and accessibility, expect professional pest inspections to take between 30 and 60 minutes. If you have a large property or limited accessibility, pest inspections may take longer.

Wasps are aggressive to protect their nests. Although they are deemed aggressive, they only act that way when they feel their nests are threatened. They can also act aggressive when there is a lack of food available. Most wasps will leave you alone if you stay clear of their nests.

The most common wasps are hornets, yellowjackets, and paper wasps. Both hornets and yellowjackets are black and yellow, and hornets are known to be more aggressive if their nests are disturbed. Paper wasps are black or reddish-brown with yellow markings and often build nests on eaves or branches. Of the more than 300,000 species of wasps, these are the most often encountered by pest control professionals.

If you’ve had a prior bat infestation or simply want to avoid having bats invade your home in the first place, there are a few steps you can take without the need for a pro.

Seal entry points, such as where your chimney meets your house, or other gaps or holes exist.
Use bat deterrents like bright lights or ultrasonic devices to force them away from your home.
Reduce bat attractions like standing water and bird nectar feeders inviting bats into your yard.

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